There were several outstanding performances around the metro area in the opening week of the season. With all of them being close, we went with the fans.

Brother Martin quarterback Drew Martin, in his first prep start, was 15-of-23 for 247 yards and three touchdowns, and he collected nearly 300 yards of total offense in the Crusaders' 35-14 win over Petal (Miss.).

As a result, Martin, who edged Holy Cross quarterback Bryan Broussard, is named the South Shore Male Athlete of the Week for Week 1.

Each Monday, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune presents multiple Athletes of the Week candidates for your consideration to vote in our poll, and we invite your suggestions in the comments section below for any athlete we might have missed. Voting will last through Tuesday at 4 p.m.

Two players will be selected from the metro area (one North Shore and one South Shore football player). Any athlete competing at the varsity level is eligible and can be given consideration for the honor.

Please note: NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune retains final authority over athletes selected in each category, regardless of voting outcome.